Contest 43 Buyer's Guide
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Contest 43. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Price and listing activity
16 months · 15 listings
Median ask Listings
Monthly breakdown · 9 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 25 | 1 | $189,389 | — |
| Jul 25 | 1 | $183,585 | -3.1% |
| Sep 25 | 1 | $200,376 | +9.1% |
| Jan 26 | 1 | $160,077 | -20.1% |
| Mar 26 | 1 | $169,395 | +5.8% |
| Apr 26 | 3 | $183,585 | +8.4% |
| May 26 | 3 | $179,107 | -2.4% |
| Jun 26 | 1 | $101,030 | -43.6% |
| Aug 26 | 3 | $162,310 | +60.7% |
Where they're listed
Contest 43 listings appear across 5 countries. Spain has the most listings with 6 (50.0%), followed by Greece and Germany.
Median ask by country
USD
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months
Country view
12 listings · 5 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | $165,853 | 6 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Greece | $183,585 | 3 | 1 | 25.0% |
| Germany | $183,585 | 1 | 0 | 8.3% |
| Netherlands | $167,353 | 1 | 0 | 8.3% |
| New Zealand | $101,030 | 1 | 0 | 8.3% |
Comparable models
Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.
Similar boats to compare
5 similar designs| Model | LOA | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dufour Classic 43 | 43' | $ 61,568 | 29 | 3 |
| Hans Christian 43 | 42.62' | $ 154,500 | 24 | 9 |
| Nauticat 43 | 42.67' | $ 145,000 | 19 | 2 |
| Contest Yachts 43You are here | — | $ 174,251 | 12 | 3 |
| Swan 43 | 42.78' | $ 79,777 | 10 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
01How much does a used Contest 43 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Contest 43 over the past 12 months is $174,251. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Contest 43 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Contest 43 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 12 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Contest 43 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Contest 43 is down 6.8% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Contest 43 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Contest 43 listings over the past 12 months are Spain (50.0%), Greece (25.0%), Germany (8.3%).
05Do Contest 43 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Contest 43 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 20.3% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Contest 43?+
Comparable models include Dufour Classic 43, Hans Christian 43, Nauticat 43. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.